Remote Code Execution
Remote Code Execution represents the critical moment when an attacker successfully runs arbitrary code on a target system without physical access.
How It Works
Remote Code Execution represents the critical moment when an attacker successfully runs arbitrary code on a target system without physical access. Unlike a single vulnerability class, RCE is an outcome—the catastrophic result of exploiting underlying weaknesses in how applications process input, manage memory, or handle executable content.
Attackers typically achieve RCE by chaining vulnerabilities or exploiting a single critical flaw. Common pathways include injecting malicious payloads through deserialization flaws (where untrusted data becomes executable objects), command injection (where user input flows into system commands), buffer overflows (overwriting memory to hijack execution flow), or unsafe file uploads (placing executable code on the server). Server-Side Template Injection and SQL injection can also escalate to code execution when attackers leverage database or template engine features.
The attack flow usually begins with reconnaissance to identify vulnerable endpoints, followed by crafting a payload that exploits the specific weakness, then executing commands to establish persistence or pivot deeper into the network. Modern exploits often use multi-stage payloads—initial lightweight code that downloads and executes more sophisticated tooling.
Impact
- Complete system compromise — attacker gains shell access with application privileges, potentially escalating to root/SYSTEM
- Data exfiltration — unrestricted access to databases, configuration files, credentials, and sensitive business data
- Lateral movement — compromised server becomes a beachhead to attack internal networks and other systems
- Ransomware deployment — direct pathway to encrypt files and disable backups
- Persistence mechanisms — installation of backdoors, web shells, and rootkits for long-term access
- Supply chain attacks — modification of application code or dependencies to compromise downstream users
Real-World Examples
The n8n workflow automation platform (CVE-2024-21858) demonstrated how RCE can emerge in unexpected places-attackers exploited unsafe workflow execution to run arbitrary code on self-hosted instances. The Log4j vulnerability (Log4Shell) showed RCE at massive scale when attackers sent specially crafted JNDI lookup strings that triggered remote class loading in Java applications worldwide.
Atlassian Confluence instances have faced multiple RCE vulnerabilities through OGNL injection flaws, where attackers inject Object-Graph Navigation Language expressions that execute with server privileges. These required no authentication, enabling attackers to compromise thousands of internet-exposed instances within hours of disclosure.
Mitigation
- Input validation and sanitization — strict allowlists for all user-controlled data, especially in execution contexts
- Sandboxing and containerization — isolate application processes with minimal privileges using containers, VMs, or security contexts
- Disable dangerous functions — remove or restrict features like code evaluation, system command execution, and dynamic deserialization
- Network segmentation — limit blast radius by isolating sensitive systems and restricting outbound connections
- Web Application Firewalls — detect and block common RCE patterns in HTTP traffic
- Runtime application self-protection (RASP) — monitor application behavior for execution anomalies
- Regular patching — prioritize updates for components with known RCE vulnerabilities
Recent CVEs (31967)
Remote code execution in Ubiquiti airMAX and airFiber wireless products allows adjacent attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected devices via a flaw in the airMAX Wireless Protocol without requiring authentication. Vulnerable versions include airMAX AC 8.7.20 and earlier, airMAX M 6.3.22 and earlier, airFiber AF60-XG 1.2.2 and earlier, and airFiber AF60 2.6.7 and earlier. Patches are available for all affected products.
Remote code execution in Ubiquiti airMAX wireless devices (UBB, UBB-XG, UDB-Pro/UDB-Pro-Sector) allows adjacent network attackers to execute arbitrary code by exploiting a protocol vulnerability without authentication. Affected versions include UBB-XG 1.2.2 and earlier, UDB-Pro/UDB-Pro-Sector 1.4.1 and earlier, and UBB 3.1.5 and earlier. No patch is currently available, though vendors have released mitigation versions.
Veeam allows Backup Operators to execute code as postgres via malicious interval or order parameters. Another operator-to-RCE escalation path with scope change.
Veeam allows Backup Administrators to execute code as postgres via a malicious password parameter. Scope change means OS-level compromise from application-level admin access.
This vulnerability allows a Backup or Tape Operator to perform remote code execution (RCE) as root by creating a malicious backup configuration file. [CVSS 7.8 HIGH]
Remote code execution in OpenMetadata versions before 1.11.4 through Server-Side Template Injection in FreeMarker email templates allows authenticated administrators to execute arbitrary code on the affected system. Public exploit code exists for this vulnerability, and attackers with admin-level access can leverage unsafe template processing to compromise the metadata platform. A patch is available in version 1.11.4 and should be applied immediately.
Openeclass versions up to 4.2 is affected by unrestricted upload of file with dangerous type (CVSS 7.2).
Arbitrary code execution in PIONEER CORPORATION product installers through DLL search path manipulation allows local attackers with user interaction to execute malicious code with installer privileges. The vulnerability affects multiple products and requires user interaction to trigger, potentially compromising system integrity during software installation. No patch is currently available.
The WP Cost Estimation plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads and deletion due to missing file type validation in the lfb_upload_form and lfb_removeFile AJAX actions in versions up to, and including, 9.642. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected sites server which may make remote code execution possible. Additionally, the attacker can also delete files on the server such as database configuration files, subsequently...
n8n workflow automation (through 1.121.2) allows authenticated users to execute arbitrary code via the n8n service, with scope change enabling full compromise of both self-hosted and cloud instances. EPSS 12.5% indicates high exploitation activity. Patch available.
Llama.cpp server endpoints fail to validate the n_discard parameter from JSON input, allowing negative values that trigger out-of-bounds memory writes when the context buffer fills. This memory corruption vulnerability affects LLM inference operations and can be exploited remotely without authentication to crash the service or achieve code execution; public exploit code exists and no patch is currently available.
devolo dLAN Cockpit 4.3.1 contains an unquoted service path vulnerability in the 'DevoloNetworkService' that allows local non-privileged users to potentially execute arbitrary code. [CVSS 8.4 HIGH]
{VAR} substitution inside .npmrc tokenHelper settings combined with spawnSync invoked with shell: true. The bug primarily threatens CI/CD build environments where untrusted inputs may flow into env vars or .npmrc files, and publicly available exploit code exists, though it is not listed in CISA KEV and EPSS is very low at 0.08%.
Arbitrary code execution in the pnpm package manager (versions 10.0.0 through 10.25) lets a git-hosted dependency run code on a developer or CI machine during pnpm install, bypassing the v10 default protection that disables dependency lifecycle scripts. Although v10 blocks postinstall via the onlyBuiltDependencies allowlist, git dependencies still run prepare, prepublish, and prepack scripts during the fetch phase, giving remote code execution without user approval. Publicly available exploit code exists (GitHub advisory GHSA-379q-355j-w6rj), but EPSS is low (0.11%) and the issue is not listed in CISA KEV; it is fixed in version 10.26.0.
Panda3D egg-mkfont (through 1.10.16) has a stack buffer overflow via an unbounded sprintf() with attacker-controlled glyph pattern input. PoC available.
Unsafe deserialization in Bio-Formats up to version 8.3.0 allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause denial of service by crafting malicious .bfmemo cache files that are automatically loaded during image processing without validation. The Memoizer class deserializes untrusted data from these files, enabling potential remote code execution if suitable Java gadget chains are available on the classpath. No patch is currently available for this vulnerability (CVSS 7.8).
A file upload vulnerability in ARIS 10.0.23.0.3587512 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via uploading a crafted PDF file/Malware [CVSS 6.8 MEDIUM]
WP Enable WebP (WordPress plugin) is affected by unrestricted upload of file with dangerous type (CVSS 8.8).
The Drag and Drop Multiple File Upload - Contact Form 7 plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to limited upload of files with a dangerous type in all versions up to, and including, 1.3.9.2. This is due to the plugin not blocking .phar and .svg files. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary .phar or .svg files containing malicious PHP or JavaScript code. Malicious PHP code can be used to achieve remote code execution on the server via direct file access, if the se...
undocumented proxy API is affected by inclusion of functionality from untrusted control sphere (CVSS 7.5).
The BuddyPress Xprofile Custom Field Types plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file deletion due to insufficient file path validation in the 'delete_field' function in all versions up to, and including, 1.2.8. [CVSS 7.2 HIGH]
An uncontrolled DLL loading path vulnerability exists in AsusSoftwareManagerAgent. A local attacker may influence the application to load a DLL from an attacker-controlled location, potentially resulting in arbitrary code execution. [CVSS 7.8 HIGH]
Craft is a platform for creating digital experiences. Versions 5.0.0-RC1 through 5.8.20 and 4.0.0-RC1 through 4.16.16 are vulnerable to potential authenticated Remote Code Execution via malicious attached Behavior. [CVSS 7.2 HIGH]
Craft is a platform for creating digital experiences. Versions 5.0.0-RC1 through 5.8.20 and 4.0.0-RC1 through 4.16.16 are vulnerable to potential authenticated Remote Code Execution via Twig SSTI. [CVSS 8.8 HIGH]
Vega is a visualization grammar, a declarative format for creating, saving, and sharing interactive visualization designs. Prior to versions 6.1.2 and 5.6.3, applications meeting two conditions are at risk of arbitrary JavaScript code execution, even if "safe mode" expressionInterpreter is used. [CVSS 8.1 HIGH]
Passy v1.6.3 password manager allows authenticated administrators to execute arbitrary OS commands via crafted HTTP requests. The scope change from application to OS makes this critical despite requiring high privileges.
Coolify is an open-source and self-hostable tool for managing servers, applications, and databases. Prior to version 4.0.0-beta.420.7, a Remote Code Execution (RCE)*vulnerability exists in Coolify's application deployment workflow. [CVSS 8.8 HIGH]
muffon is a cross-platform music streaming client for desktop. Versions prior to 2.3.0 have a one-click Remote Code Execution (RCE) vulnerability in. [CVSS 8.8 HIGH]
An issue in realme Internet browser v.45.13.4.1 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code via a crafted webpage in the built-in HeyTap/ColorOS browser [CVSS 5.4 MEDIUM]
QOCA aim AI Medical Cloud Platform developed by Quanta Computer has an Arbitrary File Upload vulnerability, allowing authenticated remote attackers to upload and execute web shell backdoors, thereby enabling arbitrary code execution on the server. [CVSS 8.8 HIGH]
Bagisto before 2.3.10 has a second server-side template injection vulnerability, this time via the type parameter. Like CVE-2026-21448, this enables remote code execution through the Blade template engine. Patch available in 2.3.10.
Bagisto eCommerce platform before 2.3.10 is vulnerable to server-side template injection (SSTI) through customer address fields during checkout. A normal customer can inject Blade template code that executes when viewed in the admin panel, achieving RCE. PoC available.
Rejected reason: This CVE ID was rejected because it was reserved but not used for a vulnerability disclosure. No vendor patch available.
gpsd (before commit dc966aa) has a heap buffer overflow in the NMEA2000 satellite view handler (PGN 129540). A malicious satellite count value overwrites the skyview array, enabling code execution on GPS daemon processes. PoC available, patch available.
QNAP Malware Remover before 6.6.8.20251023 has a code generation vulnerability that allows remote attackers to bypass the protection mechanism. An ironic vulnerability in a security tool that is supposed to protect QNAP NAS devices.
Signal K Server is a server application that runs on a central hub in a boat. Versions prior to 2.19.0 of the appstore interface allow administrators to install npm packages through a REST API endpoint. [CVSS 7.2 HIGH]
Signal K Server (for boats) before 2.19.0 allows unauthenticated attackers to hijack the backup restore function by polluting the internal restoreFilePath state via the /validateBackup endpoint. This enables overwriting security.json and other critical files to achieve OS command injection.
A high-severity remote code execution vulnerability exists in feast-dev/feast version 0.53.0, specifically in the Kubernetes materializer job located at `feast/sdk/python/feast/infra/compute_engines/kubernetes/main.py`. [CVSS 7.8 HIGH]
Availability loss and potential remote code execution in libcoap (versions up to and including 4.3.5, before commit 30db3ea) arises when attacker-controlled hostname data from a proxied CoAP URI is copied into a fixed 256-byte stack buffer during address resolution without bounds checking. A remote unauthenticated attacker can reliably crash any application that enables libcoap's proxy request handling, and may achieve code execution depending on the target's compiler hardening and runtime memory protections. There is no public exploit identified at time of analysis and it is not listed in CISA KEV; the official CVSS 4.0 base score is 8.2, but that score reflects availability impact only (VA:H, VC:N/VI:N).
Command injection in Serverless Framework versions 4.29.0 through 4.29.2 allows remote code execution through the experimental MCP server feature (@serverless/mcp package). Attackers can inject arbitrary shell commands via unsanitized input parameters passed to child_process.exec, achieving RCE under server process privileges. Publicly available exploit code exists (GHSA-rwc2-f344-q6w6). Impact is limited to less than 0.1% of users utilizing the experimental serverless mcp feature. EPSS probability is low at 0.05% (16th percentile).
Local code execution in TrueConf Client 8.5.2 lets an already-authenticated local user run arbitrary code in the context of the victim user by planting a malicious wfapi.dll that the application loads insecurely (CWE-427). Publicly available exploit code exists, but there is no public exploit identified in the sense of active exploitation - it is not listed in CISA KEV and EPSS is low (0.17%, 6th percentile), indicating little observed real-world exploitation activity. The impact is confined to the current user's context (no privilege escalation to SYSTEM claimed).
Remote command execution in JD Cloud NAS-series routers (AX1800, AX3000, AX6600, BE6500, ER1 and ER2 firmware) allows unauthenticated network attackers to inject and run arbitrary OS commands on the device. The flaw is rated CVSS 9.8 with an unauthenticated network vector, and while no public exploit has been identified, its EPSS of 1.01% (59th percentile) reflects moderate near-term exploitation likelihood. Successful abuse yields full control of the router, making it a pivot point into the internal network.
Remote code injection in IF AS Shortcode WordPress plugin versions up to 1.2 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code through improper handling of shortcode parameters. The vulnerability stems from CWE-94 (Improper Control of Code Generation) and affects WordPress installations using this plugin. Patchstack reported the vulnerability; however, no CVSS vector is provided and EPSS probability is low at 0.07%, suggesting limited real-world exploit activity at the time of analysis.
Authenticated command injection in the Yealink SIP-T21P_E2 IP phone (firmware 52.84.0.15) lets a remote user with normal, non-administrative privileges execute arbitrary operating-system commands by sending a crafted request to the ping utility of the diagnostic component. Because the CVSS vector reports PR:L, exploitation requires only a low-privileged authenticated session, and publicly available exploit code exists, though the EPSS probability remains modest at 0.60% (44th percentile) and the flaw is not listed in CISA KEV. Successful exploitation yields full high-impact compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability on the device.
An authenticated command injection vulnerability in Coolify's File Storage Directory Mount Path functionality allows users with application/service management permissions to execute arbitrary commands as root on managed servers. The vulnerability affects all Coolify versions prior to 4.0.0-beta.451 and has a publicly available proof-of-concept exploit, though current exploitation probability remains relatively low at 0.20% according to EPSS data. Attackers can achieve full remote code execution with root privileges on the host system by exploiting unsanitized input in the file_storage_directory_source parameter.
An authenticated command injection vulnerability in Coolify's Dynamic Proxy Configuration Filename handling allows users with application/service management permissions to execute arbitrary commands as root on managed servers. The vulnerability affects all Coolify versions prior to 4.0.0-beta.451, with a publicly available proof-of-concept exploit and moderate exploitation likelihood (EPSS 20%, percentile 41%). Attackers can achieve full remote code execution with root privileges by injecting shell commands through unescaped proxy configuration filenames.
An authenticated command injection vulnerability in Coolify's PostgreSQL initialization script handling allows attackers with application/service management permissions to execute arbitrary commands as root on managed servers. The vulnerability affects all Coolify versions prior to 4.0.0-beta.451 and enables full remote code execution through unsanitized PostgreSQL init script filenames passed to shell commands. A public proof-of-concept exploit is available, and while not currently in CISA KEV, the vulnerability has a moderate EPSS score of 0.41% indicating some exploitation probability.
A command injection vulnerability in Coolify's Database Import functionality allows authenticated users with application/service management permissions to execute arbitrary system commands as root on managed servers. The vulnerability stems from unsanitized database names being passed directly to shell commands, enabling full remote code execution. A public proof-of-concept exploit is available, and with an EPSS score of 0.41% (61st percentile), this represents a moderate real-world exploitation risk for organizations using vulnerable Coolify versions.
A command injection vulnerability in Coolify's Database Backup functionality allows authenticated users with application/service management permissions to execute arbitrary commands as root on managed servers. The vulnerability affects all Coolify versions prior to 4.0.0-beta.451 and has a publicly available proof-of-concept exploit. With a CVSS score of 9.9 and confirmed exploitation code available, this represents a critical risk for organizations using Coolify to manage their infrastructure.
Arbitrary code execution in Umbraco CMS 16.3.3 is claimed via upload of a crafted PDF file that abuses insufficient file-type validation (CWE-434), potentially leading to server-side code execution. The finding is explicitly DISPUTED by Umbraco, which states that enforcing upload validation is the deploying administrator's responsibility per documentation, mirroring the earlier CVE-2023-49279. No public exploit is confirmed and EPSS is low (0.50%, 39th percentile), so despite the nominal CVSS 10.0 this reflects a contested, configuration-dependent condition rather than a proven turnkey RCE.
Stored cross-site scripting leading to code execution in Frappe Framework 15.89.0 (and the ERPNext application built on it) lets attackers upload a crafted XML/SVG file through the Attachments module that runs attacker-controlled script when a victim views it. Tagged as XSS/RCE/File Upload with a publicly available exploit code, though EPSS remains low at 0.44% (35th percentile) and it is not on CISA KEV. The CVSS 9.6 rating reflects a scope-changing, user-interaction-dependent attack rather than direct server-side compromise.
Unauthenticated arbitrary file upload vulnerability in File Uploader for WooCommerce (WordPress plugin versions ≤1.0.3) enables remote code execution. Missing file type validation in the 'add-image-data' REST API endpoint allows attackers to upload malicious files to Uploadcare service and retrieve them to the web server, achieving code execution without authentication. Exploitation requires no user interaction or special privileges (CVSS:3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N). No public exploit identified at time of analysis.
Stack-based buffer overflow in the ONVIF SOAP XML parser of TP-Link Tapo C200 v3 (firmware ≤1.4.1) and C520WS v2.6 cameras enables unauthenticated remote code execution from adjacent networks. Attackers can send crafted SOAP requests with oversized namespace prefixes to trigger memory corruption and achieve full device compromise with elevated privileges. EPSS probability and KEV status indicate no public exploit identified at time of analysis, though the vulnerability affects widely deployed consumer IoT cameras with network exposure.
FileZilla Client 3.63.1 contains a DLL hijacking vulnerability that allows attackers to execute malicious code by placing a crafted TextShaping.dll in the application directory. Rated high severity (CVSS 8.5), this vulnerability is low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
Arbitrary file write in Streama (open-source self-hosted media server) versions 1.10.0 through 1.10.5 lets an authenticated user chain a path traversal flaw with a server-side request forgery in the subtitle download feature to plant files anywhere the application process can write, potentially escalating to remote code execution. The subtitle endpoint trusts both the remote fetch URL and the destination filename, so a crafted download link plus a '../' filename escapes the intended staging directory. There is no CISA KEV listing and no packaged exploit is flagged in the source data, though a detailed VulnCheck advisory and a public technical write-up (chocapikk.com) describe the mechanics.
Access of Uninitialized Pointer vulnerability in TP-Link WR940N and WR941ND allows local unauthenticated attackers the ability to execute DoS attack and potentially arbitrary code execution under the context of the ‘root’ user.This issue affects WR940N and WR941ND: ≤ WR940N v5 3.20.1 Build 200316, ≤ WR941ND v6 3.16.9 Build 151203.
Remote code execution in TinaCMS affects versions prior to 3.1.1, @tinacms/cli before 2.0.4, and @tinacms/graphql before 2.0.3. Authenticated attackers with content control over markdown files can execute arbitrary code through insecure gray-matter package usage. The vulnerability requires low-privilege authentication (PR:L) and user interaction (UI:P), enabling full compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability in the vulnerable context. Publicly available exploit code exists, significantly increasing deployment risk for unpatched installations managing user-contributed markdown content.
Memory corruption in Mozilla Firefox 146 enables remote code execution when users interact with malicious web content. Multiple memory safety bugs with exploitable potential affect Firefox 146 on all platforms. The vendor released Firefox 146.0.1 to address these issues. EPSS exploitation probability is low (0.06%, 18th percentile), and no public exploit identified at time of analysis, though Mozilla's security team assessed some bugs as likely exploitable with sufficient development effort.
Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection') vulnerability in jetmonsters Hotel Booking Lite motopress-hotel-booking-lite allows Remote Code Inclusion.This issue affects Hotel Booking Lite: from n/a through <= 5.2.3.
Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection') vulnerability in The4 Molla molla allows Code Injection.This issue affects Molla: from n/a through <= 1.5.13.
Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection') vulnerability in javothemes Javo Core javo-core allows Code Injection.This issue affects Javo Core: from n/a through <= 3.0.0.266.
WebKit arbitrary code execution via use-after-free memory corruption affects Safari 26.2, iOS/iPadOS 18.7.3 through 26.2, macOS Tahoe 26.2, tvOS 26.2, visionOS 26.2, and watchOS 26.2, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by convincing users to visit malicious websites. This vulnerability is confirmed actively exploited (CISA KEV) in extremely sophisticated targeted attacks against specific individuals on iOS versions prior to iOS 26, per Apple's security bulletin. EPSS score of 0.12% (32nd percentile) significantly understates real-world risk given confirmed exploitation. Related vulnerability CVE-2025-14174 was issued for the same exploitation campaign, suggesting a complex attack chain targeting Apple ecosystem users.
Zomplog 3.9 contains a remote code execution vulnerability that allows authenticated attackers to inject and execute arbitrary PHP code through file manipulation endpoints. Rated high severity (CVSS 8.6), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.
FNT Command 13.4.0 is vulnerable to Code Execution via the C Base Module. Rated high severity (CVSS 8.8), this vulnerability is remotely exploitable, low attack complexity. No vendor patch available.
PHP object injection in Doubly Cross Domain Copy Paste plugin (≤1.0.46) allows authenticated attackers with Subscriber-level privileges to execute arbitrary code via deserialized untrusted input from uploaded ZIP archives. Exploitation requires administrators to explicitly enable Subscriber access. Available POP chains enable code execution, file deletion, and sensitive data retrieval. Attack vector requires low privilege (PR:L) authentication with network accessibility and no user interaction. No public exploit identified at time of analysis.
macOS launch constraint bypass enables authenticated local users to execute code with elevated privileges on macOS Sequoia (up to 15.7.2) and macOS Tahoe (pre-26). The vulnerability requires low-complexity exploitation by a user with existing local access, allowing them to circumvent Apple's launch constraint security framework and achieve full system compromise (high confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact). No public exploit identified at time of analysis, with EPSS indicating only 0.02% probability of exploitation in the wild (5th percentile).
Arbitrary command execution in MineAdmin v3.x arises from insecure permissions on its scheduled-tasks (cron) feature, letting attackers inject and run OS-level commands (CWE-94) and pivot to full account takeover. Any deployment of the MineAdmin 3.x backend administration framework is affected. The referenced GitHub Gist appears to document the technique; no CISA KEV listing exists, and EPSS is low at 0.47% (37th percentile), indicating no confirmed widespread exploitation yet.
Physical access to SolarEdge SE3680H solar inverters allows privilege escalation, remote code execution, and information disclosure through unpatched Linux kernel vulnerabilities. Reported by DIVD CSIRT, this affects SE3680H firmware running outdated kernel subsystems. While CVSS 4.0 scores 7.0 with physical attack vector (AV:P), the presence of RCE and privilege escalation tags indicates high impact once physical proximity is achieved. No EPSS score, KEV listing, or public exploit identified at time of analysis, suggesting limited current exploitation risk for typical deployment scenarios.
Arbitrary file deletion in WP User Manager plugin versions up to 2.9.12 allows authenticated attackers with Subscriber-level privileges to delete critical files via improper validation of the 'current_user_avatar' parameter when custom avatar functionality is enabled. The vulnerability exploits PHP's filter_input() function's handling of array inputs combined with insufficient path validation, enabling a two-stage attack that can facilitate remote code execution by deleting essential files. No public exploit code has been identified at the time of analysis, though the low EPSS score (0.29%) suggests limited real-world exploitation likelihood despite the moderate CVSS rating.
Authenticated arbitrary file upload in Infility Global WordPress plugin versions ≤2.14.42 permits remote code execution. The upload_file function accepts spoofed MIME types without verifying file extensions, while import_data lacks capability checks, allowing subscriber-level users to upload malicious files (e.g., PHP webshells) to the server. CVSS:3.1 score 8.8 (High) reflects network-accessible, low-complexity exploitation requiring only low-privilege authentication. No public exploit identified at time of analysis. EPSS 0.35% indicates low observed exploitation activity.
Out-of-bounds write in AzeoTech DAQFactory release 20.7 (Build 2555) enables arbitrary code execution or denial of service when a local user opens or interacts with attacker-supplied content. The flaw was reported through CISA ICS-CERT and disclosed in ICS advisory ICSA-25-345-03, indicating ICS/SCADA operational technology impact, though no public exploit identified at time of analysis and no CISA KEV listing exists.
Arbitrary code execution in AzeoTech DAQFactory release 20.7 (Build 2555) is possible when a local user opens or interacts with attacker-supplied content that triggers an access-of-uninitialized-pointer condition. The flaw was reported through CISA ICS-CERT and is tracked in ICS advisory ICSA-25-345-03; no public exploit identified at time of analysis and the CVSS 4.0 vector (AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:A) indicates local vector with required user interaction rather than remote network exploitation.
A critical command injection vulnerability exists in the Cybersecurity AI (CAI) framework versions 0.5.9 and below, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary commands through unsanitized SSH parameters (username, host, port) in the run_ssh_command_with_credentials() function accessible to AI agents. The vulnerability has a publicly available proof-of-concept exploit and enables remote code execution with potential for complete system compromise, though real-world exploitation probability remains relatively low at 0.12% EPSS score despite the high CVSS rating of 9.6.
Bitdefender Total Security, Antivirus, Internet Security, and Endpoint Security Tools prior to version 27.0.47.241 allow local attackers with low privileges to execute arbitrary code as SYSTEM through a complex attack chain. The bdservicehost.exe service deletes files from C:\ProgramData\Atc\Feedback without validating symbolic links (CWE-59), enabling arbitrary file deletion that attackers chain with network-triggered file copy operations and filter driver bypass via DLL injection to achieve full privilege escalation. EPSS indicates 0.02% exploitation probability (6th percentile), and no public exploit code or active exploitation has been identified at time of analysis. Vendor has released patches addressing this multi-stage local escalation vector.
Heap corruption in GLib (GNOME's core C utility library) lets remote attackers trigger a buffer-underflow in the GVariant parser by supplying maliciously crafted serialized/text input, resulting in denial of service and potentially arbitrary code execution. Any application linking GLib that deserializes untrusted GVariant data is exposed, which spans broad swaths of the Linux desktop and system stack across Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7-10 and SUSE. There is no public exploit identified at time of analysis, and EPSS exploitation probability is low (0.26%, 49th percentile) despite the 9.8 CVSS, indicating the headline severity is not yet matched by observed exploitation interest.
Arbitrary code execution in Adobe Acrobat Reader DC and Acrobat DC (all editions through versions 25.001.20982, 24.001.30273, and 20.005.30803) occurs when malicious files manipulate the application's DLL search path. Attackers achieve full code execution with current user privileges through local attack requiring social engineering to open a crafted PDF or related file. Adobe confirms the vulnerability in security bulletin APSB25-119 with patches released for all affected product lines. EPSS data not provided, but the local vector with required user interaction (AV:L/UI:R) and lack of CISA KEV listing suggest lower probability of widespread automated exploitation compared to remote vulnerabilities, though targeted attacks via phishing remain viable.
Arbitrary code execution in LeptonCMS 7.3.0 lets an authenticated attacker upload a crafted ZIP or PHP file that bypasses the application's missing file-type validation and runs as server-side PHP. Publicly available exploit code (three PoC write-ups) exists, though the flaw is not listed in CISA KEV and EPSS is low (0.66%, 47th percentile), indicating no evidence of widespread active exploitation yet. Exploitation requires a valid low-privilege account (PR:L), placing this in the post-authentication RCE category.
A critical remote code execution vulnerability exists in CSLA .NET framework versions 5.5.4 and below due to insecure deserialization when using WcfProxy with the obsolete NetDataContractSerializer. This vulnerability allows unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems without user interaction, potentially leading to complete system compromise. While no active exploitation has been reported in CISA KEV and no public POC is mentioned, the vulnerability's network-exposed nature and low attack complexity make it a high-priority security concern.
Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection') vulnerability in StellarWP GiveWP give allows Code Injection.This issue affects GiveWP: from n/a through <= 4.13.1.
Multiple memory corruption flaws in Firefox and Thunderbird enable remote code execution via network-accessible attack vectors. Mozilla Firefox ESR 140.5, Firefox 145, Thunderbird ESR 140.5, and Thunderbird 145 contain memory safety bugs with evidence of corruption that Mozilla presumes exploitable for arbitrary code execution. Authentication requirements not confirmed from available data (CVSS vector shows PR:N). Vendor-released patches available: Firefox 146, Firefox ESR 140.6, Thunderbird 146, Thunderbird 140.6. EPSS probability is low (0.09%, 25th percentile), and no public exploit identified at time of analysis.
Memory corruption vulnerabilities in Mozilla Firefox 145 and Thunderbird 145 enable remote code execution via multiple memory safety bugs. Unauthenticated remote attackers can exploit these flaws (CWE-787 buffer overflow) through network-based attack vectors with low complexity, requiring no user interaction. Mozilla has released patches in Firefox 146 and Thunderbird 146. EPSS score of 0.07% (21st percentile) suggests low observed exploitation probability, and no public exploit identified at time of analysis, though the vendor's assessment indicates memory corruption with exploitable potential.
JIT compiler miscompilation in Mozilla's JavaScript engine allows remote code execution without authentication in Firefox (versions <146, <115.31 ESR, <140.6 ESR) and Thunderbird (versions <146, <140.6 ESR). The CVSS 9.8 critical score reflects network-based exploitation requiring no user interaction. EPSS score of 0.10% (27th percentile) suggests low predicted exploitation probability despite severity. No public exploit identified at time of analysis, and vendor-released patches are available across all affected product lines per Mozilla security advisories MFSA2025-92 through MFSA2025-96.
Client-side template injection (CSTI) in Azuriom CMS admin dashboard allows a low-privilege user to execute arbitrary template code in the context of an administrator's session. This can occur via plugins or dashboard components that render untrusted user input, potentially enabling privilege escalation to an administrative account. Fixed in Azuriom 1.2.7.
Tenda AX3 v16.03.12.11 contains a stack overflow in formSetIptv via the iptvType parameter, which can cause memory corruption and enable remote code execution (RCE).
A remote code execution vulnerability (CVSS 7.8). High severity vulnerability requiring prompt remediation. Vendor patch is available.
A security vulnerability in affected (CVSS 8.1). High severity vulnerability requiring prompt remediation.
A remote code execution vulnerability (CVSS 6.7). Remediation should follow standard vulnerability management procedures.
The Starter Templates plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file upload in all versions up to, and including, 4.4.41. This is due to insufficient file type validation detecting WXR files, allowing double extension files to bypass sanitization while being accepted as a valid WXR file. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with author-level access and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.
The All-in-One Video Gallery plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the resolve_import_directory() function in versions 4.5.4 to 4.5.7. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with Author-level access and above, to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.
The Flex QR Code Generator plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to arbitrary file uploads due to missing file type validation in the update_qr_code() function in all versions up to, and including, 1.2.6. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers to upload arbitrary files on the affected site's server which may make remote code execution possible.
Quick Facts
- Typical Severity
- CRITICAL
- Category
- other
- Total CVEs
- 31967